Glades Health Care Center

Glades Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 230 South Barfield Highway in Pahokee, Florida, within Palm Beach County. The facility operates 120 certified beds and is classified as a non-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents, and its active status indicates it is currently operational and accepting referrals. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services assigns Glades Health Care Center an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, placing it in the middle tier of the national rating scale. The health inspection rating also stands at 3 out of 5, reflecting survey findings that fall within an average range relative to comparable facilities. The staffing rating is 4 out of 5, indicating above-average staffing levels as measured by nursing hours per resident per day. The quality measure rating is 2 out of 5, which is below average in this category and covers clinical outcome indicators such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, and pressure wounds. These CMS ratings are derived from inspection records, staffing data, and clinical quality measures reported to the federal government. Regarding state licensure, prospective residents and families are advised to verify the current AHCA license status and the date of the most recent state survey directly through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration, as this information is subject to change. Glades Health Care Center holds dual certification under Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is able to provide post-acute rehabilitation services covered under Medicare Part A as well as long-term care services for residents who qualify for Medicaid. Private pay and private insurance may also be accepted, though interested parties should contact the facility directly at (561) 924-5561 to confirm current payment options and availability. When compared to Florida state averages for skilled nursing facilities, Glades Health Care Center falls in line with the statewide norm on overall and health inspection ratings, both at 3 stars. Its staffing rating of 4 stars exceeds the typical state average, suggesting a relatively stronger staffing allocation. However, its quality measure rating of 2 stars falls below the Florida average, which may be a relevant consideration for those prioritizing clinical outcome performance in their facility selection process. Pahokee is a smaller, rural community in western Palm Beach County, and Glades Health Care Center serves as one of the limited number of licensed skilled nursing options in that geographic area.